The size is commonly used for storing and transporting a wide array of contents and its use spans across countless industries.
Diameter of 55 gallon metal drum.
Internationally it is also known as a 208 litre drum.
Generally quantities of up to 10 steel containers can ship via ups for drums 55 gallons or smaller.
Drum sizes range from 4 gallons to 110 gallons and are available in tight head and open head styles with the most popular 55 gallon size in stock as well.
55 gallon drum dimensions specifications and details for 55 gallon drums.
The steel adds another half inch making the external measurement a full 23 inches.
These steel drums offer a firm and reliable structure that is capable of handling oil chemicals or even food or hazardous containment see ratings in the chart below.
Drums in small quantities up to the 55 gallon size can ship ups.
For drums that are 10 gallons or less ups will accept larger quantities.
Drums are made from plastic carbon steel stainless steel composite and fiber materials.
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Since steel adds another half inch to the typical 55 gallon drum dimensions in contrast to plastic closed head 55 gallon steel drums have an outer height of 34 13 16 inches or 35 inches with an outer diameter of 23 inches.
Check out the specs section on our individual product pages of the various bulk 55 gallon drums and bulk 55.
New and reconditioned drums are available in both steel and plastic as un rated and non un rated.
An industry standard 55 gallon drums are ideal for storage and transport of dry goods.
Larger quantities of steel drums go either ltl common carrier or truckload.
Internationally it is also known as a 208 litre drum.
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While traditional 55 gallon drums are made of steel plastic drums have become increasingly common as a lightweight yet durable alternative.
Outside diameter 22 7 outside height 35 375.
What quantities can ship ups.
The 55 us gallon steel drum is an industry standard.
The internal height will then usually be 33 inches.
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Uline stocks a huge selection of 55 gallon steel drums metal drums and metal barrels.
55 gallon plastic open top drum.
Typically a closed head 55 gallon steel drum has an outer height of 34 13 16 with an outer diameter of 23.
Internal height measures 33 5 inches with an extra half inch for the steel making the barrel 34 inches.